10 biggest diamond heists

Here's a look at some of the most brazen heits in recent memory.

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Damiani showroom, Milan (2008)

Thieves drilled a hole through a four-foot wall and, dressed as cops, surprised the staff before tying them up and raiding the joint. They made off with $65 million in jewels, but the haul could have been larger if much of the collection was not out on loan to Hollywood stars for the Oscars.

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Damiani showroom, Milan (2008)

Thieves drilled a hole through a four-foot wall and, dressed as cops, surprised the staff before tying them up and raiding the joint. They made off with $65 million in jewels, but the haul could have been larger if much of the collection was not out on loan to Hollywood stars for the Oscars.